17 He that uttereth truth sheweth forth righteousness; but a false witness deceit.

18 There is that babbleth like the piercings of a sword; but the tongue of the wise is health.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:17-18

Commentary on Proverbs 12:17

(Read Proverbs 12:17)

It is good for all to dread and detest the sin of lying, and to be governed by honesty.

Commentary on Proverbs 12:18

(Read Proverbs 12:18)

Whisperings and evil surmises, like a sword, separate those that have been dear to each other. The tongue of the wise is health, making all whole.